Independent metal AM
Colibrium M Line vs DMP Factory 500
Start with the differences that could affect your part. Confirm the complete configuration with each supplier.
The big difference
- DMP Factory 500 has the larger published build-space volume.
- Both use Powder bed fusion · laser powder bed fusion (LPBF).
- These specifications alone cannot tell us which machine will make a given part faster or cheaper.
What this pairing comes down to
Both are Powder bed fusion · laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) platforms, so the practical comparison comes down to scale and productivity configuration. DMP Factory 500 offers the larger published build space (500 × 500 × 500 mm versus 500 × 500 × 400 mm) — more room for nesting several parts per build or for taller single parts. The spec sheet narrows the field; your volumes and quotes decide the buy case — the calculator computes the crossing for this pair.
Side by side
| Question | Colibrium M Line | DMP Factory 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Quick description | LPBF machine; compare published build space and laser configuration below. | LPBF machine; compare published build space and laser configuration below. |
| Process | Powder bed fusion · laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) | Powder bed fusion · laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) |
| Build size | 500 x 500 x up to 400 mm | build volume 500 x 500 x 500 mm (height incl. build plate) |
| Energy / lasers | 500 x 500 x up to 400 mm; 4 x 400 W fibre; 4 x 1 kW 'in development'; OEM powder list incl Nickel 718, Ti6Al4V Gr5, CoCrMo, stainless | build volume 500 x 500 x 500 mm (height incl. build plate); 3 lasers |
| Feedstock | Metal powder | Metal powder |
| Machine status | Availability unconfirmed | Availability unconfirmed |
| Public price | Current quote required | Current quote required |
Published build-space comparison
Proportional X and Z dimensions. Depth is listed in the numbers. Nominal envelopes are not usable part space; see configuration and platform caveats below.
Build size is the maximum published physical space. Energy or laser counts describe the machine configuration; they do not prove a throughput winner.
What do these differences actually mean?
A difference may matter when your part size, material, production plan or process qualification requires it. Confirm the exact application with both suppliers; this page does not declare a winner.
What public specs cannot tell you
Colibrium M Line
More published specifications and source notes
| Published detail | Evidence |
|---|---|
| Colibrium M Line | 500 x 500 x up to 400 mm; 4 x 400 W fibre; 4 x 1 kW 'in development'; OEM powder list incl Nickel 718, Ti6Al4V Gr5, CoCrMo, stainlessOEM ↗ · Source reviewed |
| Published build envelope | 500 x 500 x 400 mm (X x Y x Z).OEM ↗ · OEM source checked |
| Materials — OEM scope | OEM brochure lists Ni718, NiX, Ni625, CoCrMo, CoCrW, A205, 316L, 17-4PH, M300, Corrax and H13; confirm exact parameter qualification.OEM ↗ · OEM source checked |
| Layer thickness | 20–100 µm.OEM ↗ · OEM source checked |
| Machine dimensions / footprint | LPS: 4245 x 4300 x 3525 mm; MHS: 2960 x 3090 x 4190 mm (W x D x H). Separate stations.OEM ↗ · OEM source checked |
| Machine weight | Maximum full weight: LPS approximately 14000 kg; MHS approximately 7000 kg. Separate station masses.OEM ↗ · OEM source checked |
| Manufacturer positioning | Colibrium describes modular printing and handling stations that allow preparation and post-processing alongside printing.OEM ↗ · OEM source checked |
DMP Factory 500
More published specifications and source notes
| Published detail | Evidence |
|---|---|
| 3D Systems DMP Factory 500 | build volume 500 x 500 x 500 mm (height incl. build plate); 3 lasersOEM ↗ · Source reviewed |
| Published build envelope | 500 x 500 x 500 mm, height inclusive of build plate; check material printing specifications.OEM ↗ · OEM source checked |
| Materials — OEM scope | OEM brochure lists LaserForm Ni718 (A), Ti Gr23 (A), AlSi10Mg (A) and Certified HX; other materials on request.OEM ↗ · OEM source checked |
| Layer thickness | Adjustable from 5 to 200 µm, per OEM printer-module table.OEM ↗ · OEM source checked |
| Machine dimensions / footprint | Printer module, uncrated: 3010 x 2350 x 3160 mm (W x D x H).OEM ↗ · OEM source checked |
| Machine weight | Printer excluding removable print module: 8232 kg uncrated. Removable print module excluding powder: 1318 kg. These are separate masses.OEM ↗ · OEM source checked |
| Gas / atmosphere — stated scope | Argon supply: 6–10 bar; printer-module facility requirement.OEM ↗ · OEM source checked |
| Manufacturer positioning | 3D Systems presents a modular system with separate printing and powder-handling stations.OEM ↗ · OEM source checked |